Chapter 28 No Joking Around

When the vice president learned that the company now had a lifeline, his astonishment was no less than Elinor's. "Are you certain? You're saying someone is willing to invest in the company?" Investment was not something to joke about at this crucial juncture. Elinor wished she could convince herself that it was a joke. However, the money had already been transferred into the company's account. That did not seem like a joke. As she hesitated, her computer chimed. It was another new email. Unsurprisingly, it was from Elvin. "The money should be in the company's account by now. Let's discuss our partnership moving forward." The message was resolute and confident. Elinor felt a mix of hesitation and excitement. Nobody would use such a large sum of money as part of a joke. Taking a deep breath, she swiftly typed a reply to Elvin. Meanwhile, the vice president on the other end of the phone line grew increasingly impatient. "Elinor, can you hear me? Are you absolutely sure thi